Adds another source: "Things are strained. Now he's picking up his son in a car park."

No word on whether his girlfriend, actress Danielle Campbell, 21, is allowed to tag along on those pick-ups/drop-offs, but this is just the latest episode in a rocky parental journey for Louis and Briana.

There were reportedly paternity issues that supposedly resulted in Louis seeking a DNA test. Then there is the issue of custody and child support.

Louis, who has visitation rights, is said to be paying around $4 million a year in child support. That should keep Freddie in golden diapers for decades should he decide to stay a bub forever.

Although Louis and Briana weren't ever officially a couple, Louis's relationship with Danielle, which began while Briana was pregnant, has clearly created friction.

Briana's cousin, Ashley Jessica, recently told The Sun about the negative affect it's had on the family.

"Yes, it did hurt us. But life is life," she said. "I mean feelings are feelings and you can't help that.

"You love who you love - it's just bad timing."

If only Briana were so understanding.

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